SOLUSI UNIVERSITY
Faculty of Graduate Studies
DEPARTMENT OF PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION
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Semester/ FIRST SEMESTER 2022
I. GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY
PHILOSOPHY
Solusi University believes that human beings were created by God in His own image and that, through sin, they became separated from God. However, through the redemptive work of God’s Son, Jesus Christ, humans can be restored to a full relationship with God. In keeping with these beliefs, Solusi University gives special emphasis to the wholistic development of the individual’s spiritual, mental physical, and social faculties.
Also fundamental to Solusi University’s beliefs, is the equality and dignity of all humans, regardless of race, tribe, gender, colour or handicap. We further believe that a life dedicated in service to God and to fellow human beings constitutes the essence of University’s existence.
VISION
TO ATTAIN EXCELLENCE IN ALL ASPECTS OF UNIVERSITY LIFE.
MISSION
The University exists to provide quality holistic and transformational education based on the Seventh-day Adventist Church philosophy of education in order to equip students for useful service to God and the community, and to enjoy productive lives.
PURPOSE
Solusi University exists to set forth within the religious heritage of the Seventh-day Adventist Church students dedicated to lives of selfless service for God and man; to guide in the formation ofcharacters marked by integrity, loyalty to God and country, self-discipline, responsibility and tolerance; to develop students’ abilities in critical thinking; to bring forth acceptable levels of refinement and aesthetic taste; to encourage respect for the dignity of labour and to offer guidance to the community, church and society.
HIGHER THAN THE HIGHEST HUMAN THOUGHT CAN REACH IS GOD’S IDEAL FOR HIS CHILDREN-GODLINESS, GODLIKENESS, IS THE GOAL TO BE REACHED (Education, p. 18)
CORE VALUES
The University exists believing on its core values such as:
CHRIST LIKENESS, HOLINESS, LOVE, THE SABBATH, CREATION, INTEGRITY, CLEANLINESS, SERVICE & QUALITY
II. INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE
Course Title: PGED 500 Sociology of Education
Course Code: PGED 500 Credit Units:18
Pre-Requisite Class Schedule :
Course Description
EDPS 420 Sociology of Education
PGED 500. Sociology of Education is a one e semester, 18 credit course. It is an undergraduate course. This course consists of 15 units which include nature and Scope of sociology of education, main sociological perspectives, socialization , social differentiation and social stratification, education and social values, social functions of education and sociology of teaching and sociological change
The module also introduces students to the dynamics of interrelationships between the state, the education institution and the citizens. All these are integrated into the module in order to provide students with the necessary social interaction skills needed to guide the process of learning in the classroom to produce graduates who can make meaningful contributions to society.
Course Aim
The major aim of this course is to explore the relationship between education and the society for better understanding of the functionality of the sub-systems in the society. It also aims at exposing the student teachers to contemporary educational issues for proper performance in the classroom. Sociology aims at drawing the attention of the student teacher to the cross cultural analysis of social issues for better understanding of their environment.
Expected Learning Outcomes
By the end of their course the student should be able to;
1. Define key terms : Sociology, society, education, culture, norms, values, social stratification, social differentiation
2. Explain the relationship between education and society
3. Discuss the functions of education in Society
4. Compare the different sociological perspectives on the role of education in society
5. Describe the role of different socialization agents.
6. Discuss the role of education as an agent of maintaining stability as well as introducing change in society
7. Discuss the different forms of authority that enhance the relationship between school and society
8. Describe the role of the school in discipline and social control
Modes of delivery
Lectures, through E learning, Blended learning,
Group discussions
Research Projects ,
Class presentations
Case studies
Topic outline
1. Historical background of Nature and Scope of Sociology of Education
2. Relationship between Education and Sociology; The Sociology of Teaching
3. Sociological perspectives
4. Socialization; Structure & organization of society; Social institutions
5. Agents of socialization- the Family, School, Mass media, peer group, religion.
6. Role of the School & Society- Culture and Personality development
9. Education and Social Change, Social Stratification; Social differentiation - social Class
12. Home and School relationships; Education & Social issues
Course Requirements
The following requirements are expected from each student
Ø Class attendance; At least 80%
Ø Participation in class- individual as well as in groups
Ø Timely Submission of assignments
ASSIGNMENTS POLICY
1. Do not use class time to record assignments. Recorded assignments MUST be received by lecturer at least 30 minutes before class time.
2. Please submit ALL assignments in time. Better yet , before due dates.
3. A Late Assignment depreciates by 5 % every day...
4. After One week (7 days );It is worth 65 %.
5. After 2 weeks it's worth 30%
6. Beyond 19 Days - PLIZ DO NOT BOTHER SENDING
7. Students will be heavily penalized for plagiarized work.
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1. Group assignment
Case studies, discuss and present in class
2. In-class presentation- One Educational leadership Theory
3. Reading ASSIGNMENT : The Book Education- (EG White). Respond to questions and submit on or before due date.
4. Individual Research: Develop your Model for managing a sociological issue that affects teaching or learning ,( be ready to present in class. ) Length: 5-7 pages long , ( double spaced, Font 12) with minimum of 10 references
Template
1. Title
2. Introduction
3. Goals/Objectives
4. Content presentation( Justification, comprehensiveness: Conclusion)
5. References Cited( APA Style) with page/pages
Assessment Criteria
Continuous Evaluation
reporting, group activities, assignment/ 20%
Mid-sem Exam 20 %/
Final Examination/ Written Exam 60%
Total 100%/
III. COURSE PLAN
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Topics |
Specific Objectives |
TEACHING MethodS |
Evaluation |
IFVL |
Time Frame |
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1.The Nature and Scope of Sociology of Education Relationship between Education and Sociology |
Describe the scope of SE discuss the trends in SE compare traditional and modern approaches to SE |
Lecture Discussion |
Questions and answer as recap
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….I am the good shepherd John 10:2-3, 10-15) |
3 Hours |
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2.The Sociology of Teaching |
§ describe the relationship between sociology and education. discuss the significance of SE |
§ ppt |
§ Write reaction paper § Write a reflection paper and present it to the class
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§ Let them alone: they be blind leaders of the blind. And if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch Matt.15:14 |
6 Hours |
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3.Sociological perspectives |
§ describe the strengths and limitations of each sociological perspective. Compare the different SP on sociological issues eg Sociological Change, Education |
discussion |
§ Individual writing of chooses and share it to the group |
§ Be diligent that ye may be found in Him in peace without spot and blameless (2Pet:3:14) |
6 Hours |
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4.Structure & organization of society |
Describe structure and Organization of society |
Lecture Ppt |
§ Write group paper |
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5.Social institutions |
Describe the role of different social institutions |
lecture |
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§ He has shown you..to walk humbly with God (Mic.6:8) |
6 Hours |
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6.Socialization |
Explain the significance of primary and secondary socialization. |
Lecture |
§ |
… as the steward of God; not self willed, not soon angry…. ( Titus 1:7) |
15hrs |
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7.Agents of socialization- the Family, School, Mass media, peer group, religion. |
Analyze the role played by different agents of socialization |
Group discussion & presentations |
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8.Culture and Personality |
Discuss the role of culture in personality development |
Lecture |
§ Written exercise |
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9.Education and Social Change, |
Discuss the role of education in maintaining social stability and in promoting social change |
Case studies |
§ Mid semester Test |
2 Chron 1:10 -12 § Give me now wisdom .... for who can judge this thy people, that is so great? |
3hrs |
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10.Social Stratification |
Discuss the causes of social stratification from different sociological perspectives |
lecture PPt |
Presentation |
Gen 41:46-50
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6 hrs |
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11.Social differentiation - social Class |
Compare social stratification and social differentiation |
lecture PPt |
reflect on the life of a person and write a report |
Eccl 9 :10 Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might. |
3hrs |
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12.Role of Educational in society-social Functions of Education |
Discuss the manifest and latent functions of education in society |
Case studies |
write research & present |
Romans 13:1-3 Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. |
6 Hours |
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13,Education and Social Values |
Explain the role of education in transmission of societal values |
Lecture |
Test 2 |
Unto the knowledge of the truth (1Tim.2:4)
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12 Hours
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14.Home and School relationships |
discuss strategies that enhance relationship between home & school |
Lecture PPT |
Presentations |
Micah 6:8 He has shown you O man, what is good and what the Lord require of you… |
6 |
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15, Education & Social issues
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Analyze the major causes of social issues that affect education. Discuss possible strategies to alleviate the problems or solutions to social issues |
Case studies |
Presentations |
1 Corinthians 12:12 |
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Total Number of Hours |
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60 Hrs |
Textbooks:
1. EZEWU SOCIETY & EDUCATION | Neltons ...
www.academia.edu › EZEWU_SOCIETY_and_EDUC...
1. https://www.academia.edu/28200662/EZEWU_SOCIETY_and_EDUCATION
Dewey, J. ( ) Shool and Society, https://brocku.ca/MeadProject/Dewey/Dewey_1907/Dewey_1907a.html
References
Concepts and Theories in Sociology of Education (Book)
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1207/s15326993es0503_6?journalCode=heds20
hAND BOOK OF THE SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION
https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9780306462382
SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION
https://www.routledge.com/Routledge-Library-Editions-Sociology-of-Education/book-series/RLESE
https://us.sagepub.com/en-us/nam/sociology-of-education/book237016
https://ecampusontario.pressbooks.pub/robsonsoced/chapter/__
Theories in the Sociology of Education – Sociology of ...
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Review: The Sociology of Education and the Education of Teachers: Arguments for a Reconsideration of the Relationship
Reviewed Works: Perspectives on the Sociology of Education: An Introduction by P. Robinson; A Sociology of Educating by R. Meighan; Educational Practice and Sociology by B. Shaw
Review by: Anthony Hartnett British Journal of Sociology of Education Vol. 4, No. 1 (1)
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- Lecturer: Constance Chifamba